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    First Amendment Clinic Law Fellow - Athens, United States - University of Georgia

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    Position Information

    Classification Title Attorney FLSA Exempt FTE 1.00 Minimum Qualifications

    Terminal degree required. Additional professional licensure and/or certification in the field may be required.

    Preferred Qualifications

    Candidates must possess a JD degree from an ABA-accredited law school. Preference for candidates with at least one year of post-graduate litigation experience.

    Position Summary


    The First Amendment Clinic at the University of Georgia School of Law seeks a post-graduate fellow for a 1-year position, with the possibility of renewal for a second year depending on performance and funding.


    Supported by the Stanton Foundation, the First Amendment Clinic defends and advances the rights of free speech, press, assembly, and petition via regional litigation and advocacy, while providing law students with the practice and real-world experience to become leaders on First Amendment issues.

    The Clinic also serves as a resource for journalists, students, government employees, local and state officials, and members of the public on issues of government transparency and free expression in order to promote expressive freedoms and a better-informed citizenry.


    In collaboration with the Clinic Director and existing Clinic Fellow, the post-graduate fellow will: engage in substantial legal work to include some combination of the following: intake/case evaluation; fact investigation and case development; client counseling; advocacy correspondence and preparing pleadings; discovery and motion practice; court conferences, hearings, and trial; appellate litigation; and amicus briefs.


    The post-graduate fellow will also develop and deliver external presentations and other programming on First Amendment and government transparency issues; research and author resource materials and policy analysis.


    The post-graduate fellow will additionally help supervise law students who are engaging in both litigation and project work, and will participate in building and maintaining relationships with public interest organizations, private attorneys, journalists, other law school clinics, and various stakeholders committed to protecting expressive freedoms and furthering access rights throughout Georgia and the southeast.

    Some travel may be expected.

    Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies


    Candidates will possess a strong academic record; excellent written and oral communication skills; the ability to conduct thorough and accurate factual and legal research and engage in persuasive legal writing; strong organizational and time-management skills; and the ability to successfully build and maintain relationships with students, clients, and community/professional partners.

    Physical Demands

    Some travel to be expected.

    Is driving a responsibility of this position? No Is this a Position of Trust? Yes Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? No Does this position require a P-Card? No Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? No Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? No Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) Yes Credit and P-Card policy

    Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.

    Background Investigation Policy


    Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check.

    You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

    Duties/Responsibilities

    Duties/Responsibilities


    Under the direction of the Clinic Director, the Fellow will: (1) engage in substantial legal work to include some combination of the following: intake/case evaluation; fact investigation and case development; client counseling; advocacy correspondence; preparing pleadings; discovery and motion practice; court conferences, hearings, and trial; appellate litigation; and amicus briefs; and (2) help supervise law students working on the same.

    Percentage of time 70 Duties/Responsibilities


    Under the direction of the Clinic Director, the Fellow will: (1) plan, create, and conduct external presentations, community education, and trainings; (2) research and author resource and policy analysis materials; and (3) help supervise law students working on the same.

    Percentage of time 15 Duties/Responsibilities


    Under the direction of the Clinic Director, the Fellow will: (1) assist with building and maintaining relationships with public interest organizations, private attorneys, journalists, other law school clinics, and various stakeholders committed to protecting expressive freedoms and furthering access rights throughout Georgia and the southeast; and (2) participate in trainings, conferences, and other professional development activities related to the Clinic's work .

    Percentage of time 10 Duties/Responsibilities

    Perform other Clinic-related duties as assigned by the Clinic Director.

    Percentage of time 5

    Contact Information

    Recruitment Contact

    Contact Details

    For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.

    Recruitment Contact Name UGA School of Law Budget Office Recruitment Contact Email Recruitment Contact Phone

    Posting Specific Questions

    Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

    Applicant Documents

    Required Documents


    • Resume/CV
    • Cover Letter
    • Writing Sample
    Optional Documents

    Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact University HR ).

    The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.

    All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status.


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